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Stop, Drop-in & Knit … is the perfect opportunity to get started knitting or pick-up where you left off. Our class structure is simple; one pattern, one size needle and all the knitting basics you will need for the future. During your 2 weeks with us we will cover casting on, knit, purl, increasing, decreasing and binding off. All our instructors realize that getting started can be nerve racking. If you need a bit of extra help you are always welcome to stop in anytime. We never let you go without a finished project.

 
FREE Class Instruction with the Purchase of a Beginning Knit Kit ($15.99 - $ 20.99 - $ 25.99)
Day & Time: Tuesday, 7:00pm-9:00pm     Thursday, 12:30pm - 2:30pm     Saturday, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Dates: February 28th - March 13th
 

Lions, Tigers & Bobbie Bears – with Lynn Brasher advanced beginner) Just in time for your next baby shower.  Bobbie Bear is knitting in one piece with a minimal amount of finishing.  Choose from any number of worsted weight fibers in a wide variety of colors.  Bobbie will teach you to work in the round, the art of picking up stitches and shaping.        
 Fee: $30.00 (plus materials) 
 Day & Time: Thursday Noon-2:00pm & Saturday 10:00am-Noon
 Dates: March 6th & 13th, March 22nd & 29th

Egg specially For You Baskets with Becky Medved - (advanced beginner) Join in the fun.  Design your own basket for Easter or as a decorative center piece.  This pattern will teach you to change colors using the slip stitch method, shaping and of course Becky's favorite "Felting".
 Fee: $40.00 (plus materials) 
 Day & Time: Thursday 7:00pm - 9:00pm
 Dates: February 28th - March 13th

 

 

Hip pity Hop Let's Do The Bunny Hop with Becky Medved - Let your creativity flow, no knitting required.  Learn a new technique "Needle Felting: and fashion your very own bunny and spring into a warm place.  All your supplies are included, just bring your imagination.  (each class is One Saturday)
 Fee: $25.00 (materials supplied) 
 Day & Time: Saturday 11:00am - 1:00pm
 Dates: March 8th  and March 15th

 

 

Two Circulars=One Pair of Socks with Sarah Schlobohm (advanced beginner) Do double pointed needles send chills down your spine?  This class will provide you with a technique to replace your DP's with two circulars.  Once you finish your socks you will have mastered this technique and be able to apply it to any project that requires DP's. 
 Fee: $30.00 (plus materials) 
 Day & Time: Sunday 1:00pm - 3:00pm
 Dates: March 2nd & 9th
 

We Can Help You Lace That Up! with Carrie Plachta (intermediate) Are you ready to step out of your comfort zone?  If you answered yes, let us help you get that lace project started.  In this class you can tackle that lace project that you always wanted to do, but might have been afraid to start by yourself.  Learn different types of cast ons, life lines, matched increases & decreases, chart reading and anything else your pattern might call for even beading!
 Fee: $50.00 (plus materials) 
 Day & Time: Wednesdays
 Dates: March5th, 19th & April 2nd & 16th

You Call It Magic Loop with Carrie Plachta (advanced beginner)  You call the project...Are those double pointed needles feeling awkward?  Replace them with the "Magic Loop" technique.  Choose a project that you have been avoiding because you aren't interested in fighting with those darn 4 or 5 needles?  Then learn to knit mittens, hats, socks the possibilities are endless.
 Fee: $50.00 (plus materials) 
 Day & Time: Wednesdays 7:00pm - 9:00pm
 Dates: March12th, 26th & April 9th

American Girls Unite II with Lorna Wilkey (advanced beginner) The second in our American girl doll series.  Every girl needs a soft & warm bathe robe.  This is a great class if you are thinking of knitting your first garment.  It's a quick knit that will teach you all the basics of garment knitting including shaping and finishing techniques.
  Fee: $30.00 (plus materials) 
  Day & Time: Thursdays, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
  Dates: March 13th & 20th

Irreplaceable Baby Shower Gifts with Sarah Schlobohm (advanced beginner)  Doesn't seem like everyone you know decides to have a baby all at once?  How do you keep up with knitting cute things for the showers?  Join this class and choose from baby hats, booties and toys; or get some guidance on a larger project.
  Fee: $30.00 (plus materials) 
  Day & Time: Sunday, Noon - 2:00pm
  Dates: March 16th & April 6th

 

Beachcombers Bag with Lorna Wilkey (advanced beginner)  Can you feel the warmth, probably not quite yet.  But we like to knit ahead.  This lacey knit beach bag is perfect for your beach gear, or lunch in the park.  It's just right!  Lorna also has an accessory bonus pattern to coordinate with you bag.
  Fee: $ 30.00 (plus materials)
  Day & Time: Tuesdays, 7:00pm - 9:00pm or Thursdays Noon - 2:00pm
  Dates: March 25th & April 1st or April 10th & 17th

 

 

Heirloom Wedding Gifts with Sarah Schlobohm (advanced beginner)  Summer is almost here, and that meansit's wedding season.  Knit something dainty for your favorite bride-to-be , or something pretty for yourself to wear to the wedding.  Options include a simple lace shawl, a delicate purse a garter and so many more. 
  Fee: $ 30.00 (plus materials)
  Day & Time: Sundays Noon - 2:00pm
  Dates: March 30th & April 13th

 

 

Simple Summer Wrap with Carrie Plachta (advanced beginner) Who doesn’t need a simple summer wrap to ward off the chill of an over-air-conditioned restaurant or store. This beautiful wrap is a fast simple knit. Easy enough for a beginner, and fast enough for an experience knitter. Easily worked in a multitude of yarns this wrap lends itself well to a pretty variegated yarn. Our sample was finished off with beaded tassels for a little added pizzazz.
  Fee: $ 40.00 (plus materials)
  Day & Time: Wednesdays 7:00pm – 9:00pm
  Dates: April 23rd - May 7th

 

American Girls Unite III...with Lorna Wilkey (advanced beginner) The third in our American girl doll series.  Spring is here, does your girl have her evening dress ready?  Fashion an evening gown for your girl with just enough glitz to make everyone a touch envious.
  Fee: $ 30.00 (plus materials)
  Day & Time: Tuesdays, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
  Dates: April 8th & 15th

Quilters Can Knit Too... with Lorna Wilkey (beginner)  The first of our modular knitting series.  This class is great for beginners or skilled knitters .  Learn the Log Cabin technique to create a quilt like pattern design. The first project in this series is a baby blanket just in time for all those spring showers.  The first & last session will teach you the technique and finishing.  In between sessions there will be a knit along. 
  Fee: $ 30.00 (plus materials) 
  Day & Time: Tuesdays 10:00am - Noon    Thursdays 7:00pm-9:00pm
  Dates: April 22nd -May 20th   and  April 24th - May 22nd

 

Ballet Tee with Sarah Schlobohm (intermediate)  Teva Durham's Ballet T is one of the most versatile pieces of clothing you can knit.  It looks great over a tank or as a sweater vest.  You can easily make this tee in a weekend, and best of all, there's no seaming.  It's a great bulky knit that doesn't look bulky.  Once you make one, you'll want to make more.
  Fee: $ 30.00 (plus materials) 
  Day & Time: Sundays, Noon - 2:00pm
  Dates: April 20th & 27th

Naughty Needle Night...with Sarah Schlobohm (21 & over only please)  Knit yourself or a friend some scandalous adults-only attire and accessories.  Bring your imagination and stash, we will supply the refreshments!  Let the fun begin.
  Fee: $ 10.00 (plus materials) 
  Day & Time: Friday 7:00pm - 10:00pm
  Dates: March 14th

**Contact us for details on having us host a Naughty Needle Night for your next bachelorette party!


 
 
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Thank you for participating in our 1st girlfriend getaway.  The girls in your class had great things to say about it and it was fun watching them work on their projects during lunch!
Renee Daggers, Plainfield Illinois

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